1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1425 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat 133 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 133 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 7444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3110 mm |
